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Construction Permit Coordinator

Salary

$64,299.00 - $80,399.00 Annually

Location

CAYMC, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20234095045DPWPA

Department

Dept of Public Works

Division

City Engineers

Opening Date

06/20/2024

Bargaining Unit

0500

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Description

Under general supervision, plans and coordinates activities for issuance of a variety of right-of-way permits, including construction permits for sidewalk, street and alley rights-of-way.

Examples of Duties

• Supervises, plans, directs, and reviews work assignments of technical and support professionals.

• Instructs and trains staff on requirements, policies, procedures, and best practices for provision of departmental services.

• Coordinates the approval and issuance of construction, use, and movement within rights-of-way permit requests with designated personnel, departmental divisions, and other agencies.

• Coordinates inspection activities with utility companies and contractors.

• Investigates and analyzes permit requests for sidewalk, street and alley rights-of-way.

• Compiles and reconciles sidewalk, street, and alley encroachment construction costs and prepares activity reports.

• Investigates conditions or proposed changes affecting sidewalk, street, or alley rights-of-way.

• Provides general and specific information to City agencies, utility companies and contractors.

• Represents the department on City committees and citizen groups to explain departmental policies and procedures.

• Investigates permit requests relating to street and traffic problems.

• Coordinates the distribution of permit status updates to property owners.

• Consults with members of the City Engineering Division or Law Department on engineering or legal matters.

• Investigates and resolves complaints and reports on sidewalk, street or alley rights-of-way defects or encroachments.

• Coordinates the distribution of permit refunds for sidewalk, street and alley rights-of-way.

• Provides court testimony regarding issuance of permits for sidewalk, street or alley rights-of-way.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• High School graduation or G.E.D.

• Four (4) years of recent experience in construction and field engineering work.

Qualifications (preferred):

• Completion of two (2) years of undergraduate studies with courses in Civil Engineering.

• Experience in street or building permit work.

Experience Equivalency

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Interview:

70%

Evaluation of Training, Experience, &

Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.):

30%

Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:

100%

Detroit Residency Credit:

15 Points

Veteran Points:

0-15 Points

LRD: 06/14/2024

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate the number of years of experience in construction and field engineering work.

• No Experience

• 0 Months - up to 6 Months

• 6 Months - up to 12 Months

• 1 Year - up to 2 Years

• More than 2 Years - 3 Years

• More than 3 Years

• 4 or more years

  02

  Please indicate the highest grade completed

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• PhD/J.D.

• n/a

  03

  Have you completed at least two (2) years of undergraduate studies with courses in Civil Engineering? Please indicate degree type. Qualifications (preferred)

  04

  Please briefly explain your experience in street or building permit work. (Preferred)

  Required Question

Agency

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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